Utility Planning for Distribution-Optimized Electric Vehicle Charging: A Case Study in the United States Pacific Northwest

Electric Vehicle (EV) Adoption is accelerating across the United States, driven by consumer demand, public policy at all levels of government, and industry commitments to electrification. As a result, more than 50% of all new car sales are forecast to be electric by 2030. This article provides a snapshot of how Portland General Electric Company (PGE), a leading investor-owned utility based in Portland, OR, USA, is preparing for the increase in demand from EVs on the power grid.